Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, is expanding his creative horizons with his first foray into filmmaking. The Afrobeats superstar serves as executive producer on “3 Cold Dishes,” a Pan-African thriller from Spaceship Films set to premiere in November 2025.
The compelling drama follows three women who survived human trafficking and reunite years later in their quest for justice. Shot across four African nations—Nigeria, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, and Mauritania—the film showcases a diverse continental cast while weaving together English, French, and Yoruba languages to celebrate Africa’s rich cultural tapestry.
“3 Cold Dishes” represents Burna Boy’s official entry into cinema, exploring powerful themes of resilience, revenge, and authentic African storytelling. The multilingual production reflects the interconnected nature of African experiences while addressing serious social issues through the lens of thriller entertainment.
Industry analysts view this move as potentially significant, suggesting Burna Boy’s expansion from music into film could mark the beginning of a broader creative evolution. The project demonstrates how African artists are increasingly diversifying their platforms to tell continental stories on a global stage.
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